1 - FAST
- Start off fast and furious with a fast, upbeat song, energetic welcome, crazy game, etc. Bring it and let them know they are getting ready for a fun, engaging adventure.
- Gradually begin to move to a medium speed pace with a skit, video clip, medium speed song, etc.
- During this time you are gearing the kids down for the lesson and small group time.
- Use a slow, meditative worship song, offering, prayer, etc. to prepare kid's hearts for the lesson.
- Bring the lesson during this time.
- Slow doesn't mean boring. The lesson should be engaging and include humor, application, audience participation, interaction, etc.
- After the lesson, kids transition into small groups of 6 to 8 kids for discussion questions, activities, prayer, Bible memory, life application, etc. This is led by a caring leader in each group.
- After small groups, start ramping back up toward an exciting, high-energy closing.
- This segment can include announcements, second part of a skit, Bible verse review, etc.
- The last part of the service is what kids will remember the most. The rest of the service can be great, but if you end on a dull note, they will most likely say the service was boring.
- Finish up with the same energy level as the beginning of the service.
- This can be accomplished through a high-energy review game, fast song, etc.
I think you will be amazed at how the kids will engage and love the service.
